Scope
Reference
C29599
Description
Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverability of environmental objectives for farming under different scenarios Defra requires an R&D piece of work using a unique modelling tool developed by the supplier, that is capable of modelling the natural environment and farmer decisions, optimising policy pathways for the delivery of government targets and can do so spatially, temporally and rapidly. Phase 2 will seek to define optimal design for the delivery of nature while maximising delivery of water quality, air quality, and carbon objectives
Contract 1. FCP Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverab
Supplier
Contract value
- £399,760 excluding VAT
- £499,700 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
21 July 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 22 July 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 30 September 2026
- 1 year, 2 months, 10 days
Description of possible extension:
Possible 6 month extension
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Possible 6 month extension
CPV classifications
- 79315000 - Social research services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Unique modelling tool developed by supplier
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
Direct award justification is due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Technical expertise required from the supplier using a unique modelling tool they have developed.
Supplier
University Of Exeter
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZYG-2396-XCRZ
Northcote House, The Queen's Drive
Exeter
EX4 4QJ
United Kingdom
Email: c.e.cole@exeter.ac.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. FCP Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverab
Contracting authority
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNBD-3289-CDGX
Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lindy Macnamee
Email: lindy.macnamee@defra.gov.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government